Tankersley Funeral Home

10/20/2026

10/17/2026

When you've lost your dad, you may not know where to begin planning a unique tribute that honors his kind soul. With this comprehensive guide, you will find easy answers and guidance on how to create a final tribute that celebrates him in a personalized and meaningful way.

Losing your dad is devastating. This quick guide will help you create a meaningful and personalized tribute that celebrates his life.

10/10/2026

If you've lost a loved one, sorting through their possessions can be a daunting task. But creating a plan can help make the job a little easier. Read this article to find out how you can make the sorting process less stressful.

If you lost a loved one, sorting through their possessions can be a daunting task. But making a plan can help make the job a little easier.

10/03/2026

There's a lot to think about when you start estate planning! That's why having a checklist can be so helpful. Read the article below to learn how you can make your own estate planning checklist.

Estate planning can be intimidating, but a checklist can help! Click here to learn how to make a personalized estate planning checklist.

10/02/2026

Carmelita Ballesteros

Carmelita Ballesteros, 57, of Stamford, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at her home in Stamford. A rosary service will be said at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at the Tankersley Funeral Home at 807 Columbia, Stamford, TX. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at the St. Ann's Catholic Church in Stamford with burial following at the Highland Memorial Cemetery in Stamford. A full obituary will follow.

View Carmelita Ballesteros's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

10/02/2026

Larry Mays

Larry Mays, 74, of Stamford, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026 in Abilene. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 5, 2026 at the St. John's Methodist Church in Stamford. There will be a visitation on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 5 pm until 6 pm at the Tankersley Funeral Home at 807 Columbia, Stamford, TX. A full obituary will follow.

View Larry Mays's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

10/01/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we encourage everyone out there – both women and men – to make an appointment with your doctor for a wellness check-up.